St. Catharines Trillium Awards

Update: the winners of the 2021 Trillium Awards have been announced, read the press release for more information or visit our Trillium Awards Page for photos of the winning properties. Thanks to all those who took the time to submit nominations, and those who keep their properties beautiful for us all to enjoy.

The St. Catharines Trillium Awards honour residents and organizations committed to making our neighbourhoods more environmentally-friendly, sustainable and beautiful with creative landscaping. All properties in St. Catharines are eligible to participate.

Categories

Mayor's Award - Best overall

The Mayor's Award will go to the best front yard garden out of all the nominations that come in (no separate submission needed).

Civic Beautification - 2 awards per ward

Two awards will be given per ward for properties that have given outstanding contributions, special thought and effort towards a front yard landscape that is environmentally sensitive and contributes to the beautification of our Garden City.

Considerations:

• Design features, including originality and creative thought
• Use of native trees and shrubs
• Pollinator plants
• Use of mulch or rain barrel
• Implementing edible gardens into the landscape while still contributing to neighbourhood curb appeal
• Special features, highlights, or extraordinary efforts

To see the St. Catharines councillors and ward map click here.

Green Leader

This award is given to an individual or community organizations for a significant contribution to greening the community and inspiring others to do so as well.

Community's Choice Award

Submit photos or videos as nominations of your favourite garden/property.
Top photos/videos will be chosen for the public to vote below and on our social media platforms.